7.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lake Leelanau, Michigan

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.2/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.2/10
Median household income: $84,954
Median home value: $532,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 51%
Owner-occupied homes: 97%

How Lake Leelanau compares

Median household income

$85k

116% of Michigan median

About Schools in Lake Leelanau, Michigan

Lake Leelanau, Michigan is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Lake Leelanau perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Lake Leelanau is Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lake Leelanau is served by 1 school district: Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy. These districts collectively serve 77 students.

Lake Leelanau's community shows 51% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $84,954. The poverty rate in the area is 5.7%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy 77 students · Pre-K–6th	77	Pre-K–6th	7.2

Schools in Lake Leelanau

Lake Leelanau, Michigan · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$84,954

Median Home Value

$532,100

Median Rent

$889/mo

Population

1,813

College Educated

51%

Homeownership

97%

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Community Profile

Lake Leelanau has a median household income of $84,954. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $532,100, with a median rent of $889/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Michigan
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.2/10

Resources

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School District

Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy

1 school · 77 students

Nearby Cities

Suttons Bay (3 schools)

Maple City (1 school)

14 mi

Travse City (1 school)

18 mi

Traverse City (31 schools)

18 mi

Glen Arbor (1 school)

14 mi

Elk Rapids (4 schools)

16 mi

Interlochen (2 schools)

23 mi

Williamsburg (1 school)

21 mi

Kingsley (4 schools)

29 mi

Central Lake (1 school)

22 mi

Rapid City (1 school)

Other Major Cities in Michigan

Top metros statewide by school count.

Detroit 195 schools Grand Rapids 161 schools Ann Arbor 65 schools Saginaw 62 schools Kalamazoo 59 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lake Leelanau, Michigan

How many schools are in Lake Leelanau, Michigan?

Lake Leelanau has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Lake Leelanau, Michigan?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lake Leelanau is 7.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Lake Leelanau, Michigan?

The top-ranked school in Lake Leelanau on MySchoolScout is Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lake Leelanau, Michigan?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lake Leelanau on MySchoolScout is Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy with a composite score of 7.2/10.

How many school districts serve Lake Leelanau, Michigan?

Lake Leelanau is served by 1 school district: Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy.

What is the education level in Lake Leelanau, Michigan?

According to Census data, 51% of adults in Lake Leelanau have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lake Leelanau, Michigan?

The median household income in Lake Leelanau is approximately $84,954 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Leelanau, Michigan?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Leelanau is 19.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Leelanau, Michigan?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.